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Alaerth had been pacing, obviously upset about this whole thing. His eyes were tinted a faint red, a sure sign of danger, which Alae quickly recognized. She gripped his arm and nodded to Sylquis
"We understand, Sylquis. We will speak to you at supper." The princess proceeded to drag her twin from the room, closing the door behind them. Alae turned to him, "I know you are concerned for our people, brother. You should remain here. Aunt Alliene and I will go by ourselves."
"What!" he roared, "You'll be doing no such thing! I don't care how strong our aunt is, you're not going to face danger and certain death without me! What would I do if you died! Its-" He choked off his words with apparent difficulty. A vein was popping out on his neck and his eyes were shining red.
"Then think, Alaerth! Lord Calaethis suggested leaving the kingdom in Sylquis's care. You know she would do a good job!"
Alaerth growled and stalked down the hall, leaving his sister in the hall. She sighed and shook her head, knowing better than to chase after him when he was in a mood like that. He would calm soon, as it was obvious being torn between protecting his kingdom or his sister was stressful. Perhaps she should use the mirror to contact Alliene. Her council would help set Alaerth's decisions straight.
Decision being made, Alae went up to her rooms where Alliene's mirror stood.
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